1972 Nissan Gloria vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Gloria | 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Gloria | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3349 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
